Need a quick weeknight dinner for four? Hot, homemade chicken, spinach and orzo is just 30 minutes away. Made with leftover chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken, meal prepping for this recipe is a breeze.
Chicken & Spinach Orzo–Dinner In Under 30 Minutes Ingredients Directions Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes or until onions are golden brown. Stir in sherry, currants and chicken. Add spinach. Cover with lid and cook for 3 minutes, tossing occasionally with tongs until spinach wilts. Stir in salt. Cook orzo in boiling water for 8 minutes or until tender; drain. Toss together drained orzo and spinach mixture. Sprinkle with nuts and cheese. Serve immediately. Nutrition Information Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 2 cups (300 grams) + 1 tablespoon nuts + 1 tablespoon cheese Per serving: Calories: 417; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 51mg; Sodium: 344mg; Carbohydrate: 43g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 27g Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 635mg; Iron: 25%; Vitamin A: 114%; Vitamin C: 33%; Calcium: 16%